Good chance of seeing Northern Lights over North East due to most powerful solar storm in 20 years

Haul of suspected stolen goods including bikes and tools found after police raid in Sunderland

Gardeners warned of 'unlimited fine' or even jail for breaking hedge trimming rule

County Durham shop selling illegal tobacco and vapes to children ordered to close

Britain's Got Talent's ITV 'replacement' confirmed after show suffers final ratings blow

North Shields breeder banned from keeping animals for second time after Persian cats suffered in dirty environment

Police appeal after 'altercation' on bus between man and teenager at Gateshead Interchange

Nadine Coyle makes Girls Aloud fans jealous with 'amazing' Sunday dinner before Newcastle gig

Tragedy as person dies after being hit by train near Chester-le-Street station

Girls Aloud's Nicola Roberts takes 'break' from tour to visit Northumberland after Newcastle gigs

Girls Aloud's Nicola Roberts takes 'break' from tour to visit Bamburgh after Newcastle gigs

Six early signs of motor neurone disease and when to see a doctor - NHS list of symptoms

Britain's Got Talent's Ssaulabi Performance Troupe star suffered 'horror' injury in ITV final

Firefighters called to Sunderland park after teenage girl became wedged in child's swing

Thousands of DWP PIP claimants could be owed up to seven years backpay due to blunder